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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Penalty of Failure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the first captured ship Hornblower is given command over when he and the crew abandon the ship?
(a) It lights on fire.
(b) It sinks.
(c) It is fired on by French cannons.
(d) It pops apart at the seams.

2. Where is the damage done to the captured ship that Hornblower is in charge of?
(a) At the topmast.
(b) In the hull.
(c) Near the forecastle.
(d) At the underbelly.

3. What is the name of the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?
(a) Pique.
(b) Panic.
(c) Plunder.
(d) Ploy.

4. How old is Hornblower when he first enters the Navy?
(a) 17.
(b) 15.
(c) 27.
(d) 25.

5. What is Hornblower assigned to help with his first time back on shore after joining the Navy?
(a) A spy operation.
(b) A press gang.
(c) A trading embargo.
(d) A guard duty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What country is the ship from that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?

2. Who loses the game that the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?

3. What are the ships carrying loads of contraband goods called?

4. What is Hornblower unwilling to do in his duel with Simpson?

5. How many English sailors are with Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?

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